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Thanks for the comments. The reason I thought the problem was caused in assembly is that the awning arm appears to be perfectly vertical. If I removed the bracket and straighten it or replaced it and then remounted it in the same holes the bracket would be slightly reward of the awing arm. But...

The three files show the bent awning bracket and the effect on the bottom awning bracket. You can't see the break but it is above the left screw behind the awning foot.

I see in most of the awning posts that what I called an awning flange, every one else calls, an awning bracket. The reason I called it a flange (the L shaped bracket hanging down from the top half) is to distinguish it from the awning bottom bracket that holds the awning foot. I'll try taking...

I was trying out my awning today and discovered that the front bottom bracket is broken. Upon further inspection, it appears that the flange that hangs down from the trailer top, is too far rearward. It appears that the factory, instead of remounting the flange, some how bent the bottom of the...

I purchased a 1508 in November 2011. I upgraded it with some solar panels and two group 27 batteries. I also replace the lighting with LEDs. But I haven't had a chance to use it. I am hoping to go somewhere south, in search of warmer weather, in the middle of March. I am thinking, if I find...

I owned a travel trailer from 1977 to 1985. After the kids grew up camping didn't quite seem the same, and we sold the trailer. I am retired now and I convinced my wife that we should go camping again. In our discussions, I found out one of the main reasons my wife doesn't like camping is the...

You are right. My trailer has 5 lugs, which means, that I have the standard bearings. Now I have to decide if I should have the bearings repacked and when. The previous owner told me that the trailer has never been used. I pulled the trailer home, about 50 miles, and the hubs felt cool. I...

Thanks for the quick response. Upon inspecting my wheels there is a plastic cover in the center of what appears to be aluminium spoke wheels. When I remove the plastic cap there is a crowned metal cover over the end of the hub. That, to me, eliminates the E-Z lube because the Dexter...

CamperD asked how to recognize if you have a E-Z lube or Nev-R lube bearings. I couldn't find the answer in this thread. I have the same question. I have a 1508T with the optional 15 inch wheels. If some one has the answer or can point me to a source I would greatly appreciate it. I suspect...

I purchased a 1508t in November 2011. I haven't used it yet because of some health issues. I purchased it because I want to take some trips out west and stay in the National Parks. It was wired for a solar panel. I installed a 100watt on the roof and I have another 100 watt panel that I am...

Thanks for the replies. I'll check them out before I go on any trips. This trailer supposedly was purchased in 2008 and then put in storage and never used. I have only pulled it about 50 miles. The tires are the optional 15 inch tire and the pressure in both is 50 lbs. There is no ware on...

It is in the garage and the low side is in the center of the garage. I also noticed it in the driveway. I am not too concerned because it is a slight tilt. The top is all away down on the stops. I guess I'll just wait and check it after the tanks are filled. I didn't notice it when I pulled it...

My 1508t trailer is slightly lower on the right side. It has been winterized and the tanks are empty. The fresh water tank and hot water tank are both on the left front of the trailer. I have checked the air in the tires and they both have the required pressure. I am assuming since the fresh...

I have a Hi-Lo 1508 and have lubricated the cables and hydraulic cylinder according to the DVD that came with the trailer. The DVD said to lubricate the cable only under the trailer and to be careful how far you lubricate the cable. If you go too far the curtains will get oil on them. I have...

Thanks for the reply. I have it stored in my garage. That's the beauty of a Hi-Lo. Johnnie

I am also thinking about going to Florida sometime this winter, from Michigan. I probably won't be going to the same places you are going. My wife and I are retired and just want to go somewhere warm. That could be Florida or south Texas for us. But, I have heard that people have...

I purchased a new 1508 Hi-Lo. It has been in storage since purchase by the original owner. So far I found a broken strainer to the fresh water pump. Must have been broken at installation. I have greased the hydraulic ram and lubricated the pulleys and checked the tire pressure. I winterized...

I ended up purchasing an Equal-i-zer 600/6000 hitch. Johnnie

I found a 100w panel on Home Depot web site for $299.00. I think that's a decent price. It comes with blocking diodes and a MC 4 connector. My HI LO has the wiring to a 10 amp controller in the refer box. I can't tell what the wiring gauge size is. If anyone knows I would appreciate the...

Thanks for all the replies. I am a retired engineer and, as most engineers, we tend to over engineer everything. I want to be safe. I used to own a conventional trailer many years ago. Hence the 2 5/16 Easy Lift WD hitch and a friction anti sway bar. It's been stored for more that 20 years...

I just purchase a 1508T Hi-Lo and pulled it home with my 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Hemi. I took my 20 year old Easy Lift WD hitch with a 2 5/16 ball. When I went to hook it up I found out the trailer has a 2 inch ball. The person I bought from gave me a 2 inch ball and shank. I pulled the trailer...

Thanks for the reply. I found the 10 amp Sunsei controller in the refer box behind the the refrigerator. It was wired in but just laying there. I mounted it. I also found out that the solar panels used were Sunsei. They are not making solar panels anymore. They used a MC 4 connector which...

Does anyone know what kind of solar panel Hilo used? I just purchased a 2008 and the owner said it was prepped for a solar panel. On the rear right corner of the roof there is a coil of wire with a connector and a cap on it. I removed the cap and it looks similar to a coax. I took a picture...

I brought my Hi Lo home via the express way. I discovered that it has a 2 inch ball. I had to take out my 2 5/16 ball hitch and put the 2 inch in. With no anti sway device the trailer track perfect with no sway. Question answered.

I will be towing a 2008 15 T with a 2010 Dodge Ram 1/2 ton pickup. I have a OEM brake controller installed. I used to tow a 19 foot travel trailer and used a friction bar and it's still available. I would have to have the attachment ball put on the 15 T tongue. I was told that I wouldn't...